TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10
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Kailua-Kona Parasailing Experience 60 min
TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10
Very goodTop 16% in Big Island of Hawaii
488 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Big Island of Hawaii
- 1 hr
- Updated November 2, 2026
Soar above the Kona Coast on a Kailua-Kona parasailing experience, with sweeping Big Island views from 800 or 1,200 feet.
About this tour
Take to the sky above the Kona Coast and see the Big Island from a fresh perspective. This Kailua-Kona parasailing experience pairs open-ocean views with the exhilaration of flight, with an 800-foot or 1,200-foot option available.
Check in at the UFO Parasail office inside the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel lobby 30 minutes before departure. After boarding, enjoy a shared charter with comfortable seating for up to 8 passengers. The boat outing lasts about 40–60 minutes, while your time in the air is approximately 6 minutes at 800 feet or 9 minutes at 1,200 feet. All necessary equipment is provided, and an English-speaking guide is available.
The captain sets flight limits with safety and current weather conditions in mind. Guests must be at least 5 years old, and solo flyers must weigh at least 160 lbs. Make time for this Kailua-Kona parasailing experience and admire the Big Island’s coastline from above.
Highlights
- Soar above the Kona Coast for sweeping views of the Big Island
- Choose an 800-foot or 1,200-foot flight
- Enjoy a comfortable shared charter with up to 8 passengers
What's included
Included
- All necessary equipment
- Parasailing experience
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Ratings on each provider
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4.90 / 5 · 488 reviews
Important information
- Minimum age to parasail or ride as an observer is 5 years
- Guests under 18 need a parent or legal guardian to sign the liability waiver
- Minimum solo-flight weight is 160 lbs; the captain may adjust limits based on conditions
- Tandem or triple flights have an approximate combined maximum weight of 450–550 lbs; the captain may adjust limits
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- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health
- Weather conditions may affect the tour; cancellations due to poor weather offer an alternative date or full refund
- Contact the local supplier after booking to confirm departure time; check in 30 minutes before departure
- Check in at the UFO Parasail office inside the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel lobby, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona
- Boat time is approximately 40–60 minutes; flight time is 6 minutes at 800 feet or 9 minutes at 1,200 feet
Frequently asked questions
How long is the parasailing experience?
Boat time is approximately 40–60 minutes. Flight time is 6 minutes at 800 feet or 9 minutes at 1,200 feet.
What is the minimum age to Parasail?
Guests must be at least 5 years old to parasail or ride as an observer. Guests under 18 need a parent or legal guardian to sign the waiver.
What are the weight requirements?
The minimum weight for a solo flight is 160 lbs. Tandem or triple flights have an approximate combined maximum of 450–550 lbs; the captain may adjust limits for conditions.
Where do I check in?
Check in at the UFO Parasail office inside the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel lobby, 30 minutes before departure.
What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?
If poor weather cancels the tour, you can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.90 from 488 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.3. Top 16% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 16% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.
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